JOB POSITION FOR PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
JOB OPPORTUNITY: PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
Organization: Cedar Foundation for Disability (CFfD)
Location: Borno State, Nigeria (with travel to other project locations as required)
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Deputy Executive Director
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
ABOUT CEDAR FOUNDATION FOR DISABILITY
Cedar Foundation for Disability (CFfD) is a non-profit and developmental organization committed to promoting the rights, inclusion, protection, and socio-economic empowerment of persons with disabilities, women, children, and other vulnerable groups.
The organization implements inclusive humanitarian, resilience, and development programmes across conflict-affected and underserved communities in Nigeria. CFfD promotes inclusive and equitable opportunities through advocacy, capacity building, and humanitarian assistance aligned with human rights and sustainable development principles.
JOB SUMMARY
The Procurement Specialist will manage and coordinate CFfD’s procurement activities to ensure the timely, transparent, cost-effective, compliant, and accountable acquisition of goods, services, and works. The role supports procurement planning, supplier sourcing, competitive bidding, vendor management, contract administration, market assessments, and compliance with CFfD policies, donor requirements, applicable Nigerian laws, and recognized humanitarian procurement standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Procurement Planning & Process Management
Develop, maintain, and monitor annual and project-specific procurement plans; consolidate requirements across departments.
Coordinate end-to-end procurement processes, including preparing RFQs, RFPs, and Invitations to Bid.
Securely receive, coordinate technical and financial evaluations for, and document supplier bids and quotations.
Prepare Purchase Orders, contracts, bid analyses, and evaluation documentations following appropriate approvals.
Advise internal teams on proper procurement methods and follow up on deliverable completions.
Supplier Management & Market Assessment
Identify, prequalify, verify, and maintain updated records for reliable suppliers and service providers.
Monitor vendor performance, quality, pricing, and delivery timelines; investigate and escalate performance concerns.
Conduct regular market assessments, price surveys, and value-for-money analyses to inform budgeting and sourcing decisions.
Compliance, Ethics & Documentation
Maintain complete, accurate, and confidential procurement files and databases accessible for internal and external audits.
Ensure strict adherence to CFfD internal controls, donor rules, Nigerian laws, approval thresholds, and segregation of duties.
Enforce ethical standards to prevent fraud, bribery, collusion, favoritism, and conflicts of interest.
Humanitarian Procurement & Operations Support
Expedite emergency and programme-related procurement (supplies, equipment, assistive devices, construction materials) without compromising key internal controls.
Partner with Finance, Operations, Logistics, and Asset teams to reconcile receiving records, assets, and inventory tracking.
Prepare regular procurement status, compliance, and performance reports for leadership and donor submissions.
Build internal capacity by advising team members on procurement guidelines and specifications.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Education & Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Purchasing and Supply, Business Administration, Logistics, Economics, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, purchasing, or logistics.
Sector Experience: Prior experience in donor-funded projects, NGOs, INGOs, or humanitarian/development settings is highly preferred.
Technical Strengths: Demonstrated experience in competitive bidding, market price assessments, vendor management, records keeping, and audit preparation.
Desirable Certifications
CIPS, CIPSMN, CSCP, or other recognized professional procurement/supply chain credentials.
Technical & Core Competencies
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and digital procurement/inventory management software.
Excellent negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Uncompromised integrity, strong attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
Alignment with core humanitarian principles, accessibility, and disability inclusion.
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
The Procurement Specialist must uphold CFfD’s Safeguarding Policy, ensuring procurement operations promote safe and ethical programme delivery. The role enforces safeguarding expectations across vendor engagements and requires immediate reporting of any safeguarding concerns.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS & KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Key Interactions: Works closely with the Head of Operations, Head of Programs, Finance, Logistics, MEAL, HR, Project Staff, Vendors, Consultants, and Donors.
Primary Success Metrics: Timely completion of procurements, strict donor/policy compliance, transparent vendor selection, proven value for money, complete audit-ready records, and accurate procurement reporting.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Cover Letter and CV as a single document to:
📧 Email: recruitment@cedarfoundationfordisability.org
🏷️ Subject Line: Procurement Specialist
🗓️ Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Persons with disabilities who meet the required qualifications and experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Cedar Foundation for Disability is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
